Meet Danny Mason, a man shaped by violence and hardened by loss. Born into a world of cruelty, Danny’s fate seems sealed—until his notorious uncles, the Parkhurst twins, give him an opportunity to prove himself. The price? His soul. As he learns the deadly trade of contract killing, he finds a dark thrill in the power of taking a life. But in this business, hesitation is fatal, and every job drags him deeper into the abyss.

Crime boss Tommy Spillane has evaded justice once again, but DCI Sandra Bates is determined to bring him down. Meanwhile, the infamous hitman Danny Mason has vanished, presumed dead. In his place emerges Jack Clay, a ruthless and ambitious

young enforcer ready to stake his claim. Under Tommy’s guidance, Jack becomes more than just a soldier—he’s a weapon, honed and deadly. But when a brutal encounter with rival gangsters threatens the stability of the firm, Jack must prove he’s not just new blood—he’s the future.

The violence is spiralling. The old ways of running the firm are failing. Tommy Spillane wants out before the war consumes him, but there are loose ends to tie up—too many threats to silence. His future son-in-law, Jack Clay, has already proven himself, but stepping up means more than just following orders. It means making

 brutal choices and forging his own path. If he wants to cement his place in the firm, he must take control—no matter the cost.

Tommy Spillane is behind bars, staring down a life sentence. But prison walls won’t protect him from the hit that’s been put out on his life. With Tommy locked away, the firm belongs to Jack Clay, and his first challenge is eliminating the key prosecution witnesses before they can testify. But power attracts enemies, and the

underworld is watching. Jack must fight to keep what he’s earned—because in this world, power is never given. It’s taken. And the cost is always paid in blood.

A true Londoner with a deep fascination for the city's criminal underbelly, Dave Palmer has crafted a reputation as one of the most exciting new voices in crime fiction. A self-published author with relentless determination, he has built his following from the ground up, mirroring the grit and resilience of his characters. His work pulls no punches, exposing the raw brutality of organised crime while weaving intricate plots filled with tension, deception, and survival at all costs.

Through his London Crimeland Thriller Series, Palmer has carved out a niche among fans of dark, immersive crime fiction. His self-publishing success story is a testament to his passion and skill, proving that true talent finds its audience, no matter the obstacles.